Italian and Economics
Bachelor's degree
In Coventry
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Coventry
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Duration
4 Years
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Start date
Different dates available
This joint degree enables you to acquire in-depth relevant linguistic and cultural studies, including a year abroad, while developing your ability as an analyst of international economic phenomena. 50% of your degree will be in Economics and 50% in the School of Modern Languages. The Italian side of your degree will extend your knowledge and understanding of the language, literature, culture, society and politics of Italy, in both a historical and a contemporary perspective. In Economics, you will study the choices of consumers, corporations, governments, networks and nations, developing a deep knowledge of global and local economic trends, institutions and policies.
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About this course
Our graduates work for organisations including: United Nations, the Ministry of Defence, British Airways, BBC Sussex, Nestle. Job roles include: Lead European marketer, Freelance translator & Editor, German Language Teacher, Project Controller, European Graduate trainee, Events Assistant.
A level: AAB, to include a modern or classical language and GCSE Mathematics grade A/grade 7 or equivalent.
IB: 36 points including 5 at Higher Level in a modern or classical language and either GCSE Mathematics grade A/grade 7 or 5 in Higher Level/6 in Standard Level Maths.
Degree of Bachelor of Arts (BA)
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Subjects
- Italian Language
- Economics
- History
- Latin
- Modern italian
- Analytical
- Quantitative
- Development
- Research
- Ancient History
Course programme
Year One
- Modern Italian Language I (at Beginners', Intermediate or Advanced level) (30 Credits)
- The History of Modern Italy
- Economics 1 (EC107)
- Quantitative Techniques (EC120)
Year Two/Three
- Modern Italian Language ll or Modern Italian Language IlI (30 credits)
- Economics 2 (EC204)
- Intermediate Year Italian Studies Modules
- Applied Econometrics (EC203)
- Econometrics 1 (EC226)
- Modern Italian Language IV (30 credits)
- Research in Applied Economics (using language) (EC331)
- Final Year Italian Studies Modules
- Option module from Economics
You will have around 13 hours of contact time per week. We employ a variety of teaching styles, including: lectures, often to the whole year group; seminars of about 15 students, in which the emphasis is on student participation; and written and spoken language classes in small groups. You will spend the rest of your time studying independently, preparing for classes, reading the primary texts, writing essays and working on your language skills.
How will I be assessed?
We will track your progress through language assignments, essays, presentations, portfolio submissions and examinations (written and oral). Throughout your course you will receive detailed, personalised feedback to help you to improve your skills.
Italian and Economics